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Andrew Loomis Figure Drawing for All It’s Worth Vintage Art Instruction Book, c. 1940s–1950s
Viridian Eclection
$124.00
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Appraised value $178.25
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Andrew Loomis “Figure Drawing for All It’s Worth” Mid-20th Century Art Instruction Book, c. 1940s–1950s The Piece This is a vintage hardcover copy of Figure Drawing for All It’s Worth by Andrew Loo...
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Andrew Loomis “Figure Drawing for All It’s Worth”
Mid-20th Century Art Instruction Book, c. 1940s–1950s
The Piece
This is a vintage hardcover copy of Figure Drawing for All It’s Worth by Andrew Loomis, one of the most influential American illustration instructors of the 20th century.
Blue cloth boards. Gold stamped cover illustration. Clean spine titling.
Inside: structured, academic figure drawing instruction with proportion charts, perspective breakdowns, anatomical studies, and fully rendered example figures.
This is not decorative fluff.
This is the book illustrators actually studied.
Why It Sells
Because Loomis is respected.
His books were out of print for decades and became cult collectibles among illustrators before being reissued. Early editions carry credibility and design presence.
It’s visually strong closed.
It’s visually strong open.
It carries intellectual weight without looking academic or sterile.
The blue and gold cover reads tailored, not trendy.
Condition Notes
From the photos:
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Minor edge wear to corners
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Light scuffing to cloth
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Interior pages appear clean
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Binding intact
Solid vintage condition.
Why It Belongs In Your Home
Because it makes a room feel curated, not staged.
Stack it on a desk.
Leave it open to a figure study.
Layer it into a study or studio.
It signals art literacy without trying too hard.
And unlike modern coffee-table art books, this one has authority.
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
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